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What is Arbitration – Video

What is Arbitration?

Jim McCartney, a Charter Arbitrator and Charter Mediator, talks about what arbitration is. He explains the process and the benefits to the clients. He says that the best way to think of arbitration is as a private court.

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Jim McCartney

Jim McCartney, BA, LL.B., is a Chartered Arbitrator and Chartered Mediator. Mediation rosters: Court of Queen’s Bench, Provincial Court, ERCB, Alberta Land Surveyors’ Association, General Insurance OmbudService Arbitration rosters: Alberta New Home Warranty Program, Canada Transportation Agenc Affiliations: President, Alberta Arbitration & Mediation Society; Director, ADR Institute of Canada. MORE >

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